Suddenly, The “Ugly” Sandal Trend Jennifer Aniston Wore Relentlessly in the ‘90s Is Back

The '90s favourite summer shoe trend is back for 2025. Read on to discover the platform flip-flops to shop this season.

Influencers and Jennifer Aniston style the platform flip-flop trend.
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I love a '90s revival as much as the next person. Baggy jeans? I’m on board. Tiny sunglasses? Still into them. But my favourite comeback of all is one that’s been noticeably absent from the trend cycle—until now. After a few years out of the zeitgeist, the platform flip-flop trend is finally re-emerging and 2025 is shaping up to be the summer it makes its rightful return.

Influencer wears platform flip-flops with capri pants and a one-shoulder top. She's styling a raffia cross-body bag over her shoulders and is wearing dark sunglasses.

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Unlike the minimal flat flip-flops we’ve seen dominate in recent years, this throwback style brings something new (and nostalgic) to the table: a bit of height. Though they fell out of favour for a spell as the trend cycle shifted, looks became more glamorous and the sandals were deemed "ugly" in comparison, now fashion people have seen potential in them once more.

Retaining all the comfort and ease of the classic beach sandal, the platform version adds a subtle lift that gives the shoes a sleeker energy. Beyond the comfort and added height, however, there's something inherently laid-back and cool about them. They evoke that carefree ‘90s energy we’re all still a little obsessed with—think Carrie Bradshaw in capris or Jennifer Aniston in cropped trousers. And fittingly, that’s exactly how we’re seeing them styled again in 2025. Fashion is, after all, cyclical, and these sandals are just Wholesale Replica Bag proof that some trends are well worth repeating.

Jennifer Aniston wears platform flip-flops with red trousers and a black tank top in 1999.

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Jennifer Aniston wears a pair of black platform flip-flops with cropped red trousers and a black tank top in 1999.

I’m clearly not the only one who's noticed their comeback. From high street heroes like Zara to high-fashion favourites like Coperni and The Row, brands across the board are serving up platform flip flops this summer. Whether reimagined in sculptural shapes, elevated materials or just sticking to the classic rubber sole, there are plenty of options to suit your preference.

Influencer wears platform flip-flops with an overszied lightweight coat in a light grey shade and tonal micro shorts.

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Scroll on to shop our edit of the best platform flip-flops to wear this summer.

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